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Quadratic Equations with Complex Coefficients
Students solve and graph quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students perform basic operation using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They compute the quadratic formula.
Curated OER
Five Quadratic Formula Problems With Examples
In this quadratic equation worksheet, students solve five quadratic equations using the quadratic formula. Several fully worked examples are provided.
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Quadratic Equations and Functions
Young scholars factor and solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students identify the domain and range of the quadratic function. They graph the parabola and identify the vertex.
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Academic Algebra II - 1st Semester Exam
In this solving quadratic equations worksheet, students solve 60 multiple choice and short answer problems. Students complete the square, factor, multiply, and solve quadratic equations.
Illustrative Mathematics
Identifying Quadratic Functions (Vertex Form)
Pupils calculate the equation of a quadratic in vertex form from a specific graph and determine an equation that would fit the description of a parabola. The final question determines the individuals' understanding of the signs of the...
EngageNY
Modeling with Quadratic Functions (part 2)
How many points are needed to define a unique parabola? Individuals work with data to answer this question. Ultimately, they determine the quadratic model when given three points. The concept is applied to data from a dropped...
EngageNY
Graphing Quadratic Functions from the Standard Form
Use context to explain the importance of the key features of a graph. When context is introduced, the domain and range have meaning, which enhances understanding. Pupils use application questions to explore the key features of the graph...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Multiple Representations of Equations
class members first work through finding the equation, table of values, graph, and key features of a linear function expressed verbally. Individuals then work through several more problems given different representations.
Radford University
Discovering Quadratics
Get to know quadratics from a couple of different perspectives. Classmates work in small groups to determine the optimal cooking time for microwave popcorn. Group members pop bags of popcorn for different times and collect data on the...
EngageNY
Analyzing a Graph
Collaborative groups utilize their knowledge of parent functions and transformations to determine the equations associated with graphs. The graph is then related to the scenario it represents.
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Linear-Quadratic Systems
Why do I have to learn two different ways to solve linear-quadratic systems? Isn't one way enough? Learners first investigate the three possible situations for linear-quadratic systems (two, one, or zero solutions), then solve such...
Radford University
Modeling Quadratics Basketball Video Project
Will he make it? After watching a video of part of a basketball shot, groups create their own videos. Teams record a video of shooting a ball at a hoop and edit it to show only a portion of the shot. Group members determine the equation...
Curated OER
Quadratic Equations
In this quadratic equations worksheet, students answer 15 questions about quadratic equations. Students complete the square, use the quadratic formula, write equations in vertex form, and solve quadratic equations by factoring.
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Lesson 4: Factoring to Solve Quadratic Equations
Students solve quadratic problems by factoring. Using a specified website, or an interactive CD-ROM, students graph quadratic equations. Together, on the computer, students work example problems. Students observe the link between...
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Parabolas
Students investigate parabolas and their equations. In this parabolas and their equations lesson plan, students graph quadratic equations on their graphing calculator. Students find the axis of symmetry of a parabola. ...
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Vertex Form of Parabolas
Using the method of completing the square, algebra learners rewrite quadratic equations from standard form to vertex form. They will also graph quadratics, stating the vertex and axis of symmetry. Solutions are provided.
Radford University
“FUN-ctions” Find the Equation of a Scream
Take a function along for a ride. Given the graph of a roller coaster track, pupils determine key features of the graph such as the maximum, minimum, intervals of increase and decrease, and roots. They figure out the equation of the...
Mt. San Antonio Collage
Test 1: Functions and Their Graphs
Save the time creating an assessment because these function problems should do the trick. With 10 multi-part questions, they each focus on a different topic including radical, polynomial, linear and piecewise functions. The majority of...
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Graphs
In this graphs worksheet, students solve and complete 15 various types of problems. First, they determine the range of the function of the graph shown and write in interval notation. Then, students find the domain of the function in the...
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Solving Quadratic Equations by Graphing
In this quadratic equation worksheet, students solve quadratic equations by graphing. They identify the exact roots or state consecutive integers between which the roots lie. This one-page worksheet contains seven problems.
Curated OER
Graphs of Quadratic Equations
In this graphs of quadratic equations instructional activity, 9th graders solve and complete 9 different types of problems. First, they find the x- and y-intercept of each equation by using the quadratic formula. Then, students find the...
Curated OER
Lesson 3: The Quadratic Equation
Students explore quadratic equations. They use interactive graphs (on the Internet) to verify and solve solutions. Students solve quadratic equations by using square roots. Students examine examples of inequalities.
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Quadratics and Graphing
Students use the Nspire software to graph. In this algebra instructional activity, students graph quadratic equations using technology and graphs. They identify the maximum and minimum of each graph.
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Investigating the Discriminant
When is finding the discriminant enough? Using the quadratic formula helps find solutions to quadratic equations, but there are times when just using the discriminant is appropriate. Use this algebra II lesson to help classes see...